Secure your cryptocurrency with the world's most trusted hardware wallet. Set up your Ledger device in minutes and take full control of your digital assets.
Industry-leading hardware wallet with uncompromising security and ease of use
Your private keys never leave the device. Certified secure element chip protects against all attack vectors.
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 5,500+ cryptocurrencies and tokens in one secure place.
24-word recovery phrase ensures you can always restore your assets, even if your device is lost or damaged.
Automatic firmware updates keep your device protected with the latest security features and coin support.
Connect to Ledger Live mobile app via Bluetooth. Manage your crypto on-the-go with complete security.
Access decentralized finance platforms and manage your NFT collection with full hardware wallet protection.
Follow this step-by-step guide to secure your cryptocurrency in under 20 minutes
Carefully unbox your Ledger hardware wallet. Verify the package is sealed and contains: Ledger device, USB cable, recovery sheet, and getting started guide.
Download and install Ledger Live application on your computer or mobile device. Available for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Connect your Ledger to your computer, choose a PIN code (4-8 digits), and follow the on-screen instructions to set up as a new device.
Your device will display a 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down on the recovery sheet in the exact order. Never share this phrase with anyone.
Confirm your recovery phrase by entering requested words. Install apps for your cryptocurrencies and start receiving, sending, and managing your digital assets securely.
Everything you need to know about getting started with Ledger
A Ledger hardware wallet is a physical device that stores your cryptocurrency private keys offline (cold storage). It works by keeping your private keys isolated in a secure chip, never exposing them to your computer or the internet. When you want to make a transaction, the Ledger signs it internally and only sends the signed transaction to your computer, ensuring your keys remain secure even if your computer is compromised.
Yes, Ledger wallets are among the most secure cryptocurrency storage solutions available. They use a certified secure element chip (CC EAL5+) similar to those in passports and credit cards. Your private keys never leave the device, and all transactions require physical confirmation on the device itself. Additionally, your 24-word recovery phrase allows you to restore your funds even if the device is lost or damaged. Ledger has never been hacked, and the company undergoes regular security audits.
Ledger supports over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), Litecoin (LTC), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), and thousands of ERC-20 tokens. The Ledger Live app is constantly updated to add support for new coins and tokens. You can also use your Ledger with third-party wallets like MetaMask for additional cryptocurrency and DeFi protocol support.
If you lose your Ledger device or it gets damaged, your cryptocurrency is still safe. During setup, you wrote down a 24-word recovery phrase. You can purchase a new Ledger device (or use any compatible hardware wallet) and restore all your accounts using this recovery phrase. This is why it's crucial to keep your recovery phrase safe and never share it with anyone. Your recovery phrase is the master key to your funds, not the physical device itself.
Setting up your Ledger is simple: (1) Unbox your device and verify the package is sealed, (2) Download Ledger Live app from ledger.com, (3) Connect your Ledger and choose a PIN code, (4) Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheet, (5) Confirm your recovery phrase on the device, (6) Install apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. The entire process takes about 15-20 minutes. Never use a device that comes with a pre-filled recovery phrase, and always download Ledger Live from the official website.
Yes! Ledger fully supports DeFi (Decentralized Finance) and NFTs. You can connect your Ledger to popular platforms like Uniswap, Aave, Compound, OpenSea, and Rarible through Ledger Live or by connecting to MetaMask, Phantom, or other Web3 wallets. Your Ledger provides hardware-level security for all DeFi transactions and NFT purchases, requiring you to physically approve each transaction on the device. This protects you from malicious smart contracts and phishing attacks while interacting with dApps.